Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
How to get reminders to report income to Centrelink
If you have to report your income each fortnight, we’ll send you an SMS reminder on the day your report is due.
New Zealand citizens claiming payments in Australia
If you’re a New Zealand citizen living in Australia you may be eligible to get Centrelink payments or concession cards.
Financial investments
The value of your financial investments counts in the assets test and income test for payments from us.
Help and payments from Services Australia FIS video
Watch this video to find out about the payments and services available from Services Australia if you’re made redundant.
Dependent or independent for Youth Allowance as a student or Australian apprentice
When you apply for Youth Allowance for students and Australian Apprentices, we’ll assess you as being either dependent or independent.
What FIS information you can watch online
We have information about financial matters online that may help your situation.
Business structures
Your business structure may affect your and your partner’s payments from us.
FIS retirement information online
We have information online to help you understand retirement.
Residence rules for Austudy
To be eligible for Austudy you must meet the residence rules.